UnCruise Adventures Selects Versonix Seaware to Revolutionize Reservation System

JUNEAU, Alaska--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Aug 12, 2024--

UnCruise Adventures, a trailblazer in small-ship, all-inclusive expedition cruising, announces its new partnership with Versonix, a powerful provider of advanced reservation and revenue management solutions. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in both companies’ missions to enhance guest experiences and optimize operational efficiency.

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Versonix Seaware is renowned for its innovative and robust reservation software tailored for the travel industry. With a track record of delivering high-efficiency systems for tour operators, ferries and cruise lines worldwide, Versonix Seaware's platform brings cutting-edge technology, flexibility, and reliability to UnCruise Adventures' operations.

"Our mission at UnCruise Adventures has always been to create unforgettable, personalized adventures for our guests," said CEO and Founder of UnCruise Adventures Captain Dan Blanchard. "By choosing Versonix Seaware as our reservation software, we are turning the tide in the realm of customer service and operational excellence. Our guests can now expect a more intuitive and user-friendly booking process that echoes the spirit of exploration and discovery we've championed. We continually beat out the big competition because we are US-flagged and Alaska-based, delivering unique and authentic experiences."

"Seaware will deliver an efficient booking process -- ensuring a personalized and tailored guest experience from start to finish,” VP of Finance at UnCruise Adventures Silas Cheever said. He adds: “We will be able to offer online bookings for the very first time, allowing guests to easily select their desired cabin, explore additional offerings before and after their voyage, and access trip information easier than ever before.”

"We're excited to partner with UnCruise Adventures, a true pioneer in the expedition cruising industry," said COO of Versonix Yuri Polissky. "Seaware's advanced capabilities are designed to deliver a seamless experience. Together, we’re setting a new course for innovation and adventure on the high seas."

Versonix is a leader in providing state-of-the-art technology and has a proven track record that supports UnCruise Adventures’ mission to provide the best guest experience while searching, booking, and ultimately experiencing their adventures in Alaska, Hawaii, Galapagos, Costa Rica and Mexico. Together, Versonix and UnCruise Adventures are poised to set new industry benchmarks along the way. As they navigate this exciting new chapter, both companies remain dedicated to pushing boundaries and redefining travel experiences for their guests.

For more information on Versonix, visit www.versonix.com. For more information about UnCruise Adventures, visit www.uncruise.com.

About UnCruise Adventures:

UnCruise Adventures is a responsible travel and adventure leader in the cruise industry. They operate small ships carrying 22-86 guests on voyages in Alaska's Southeast, Aleutian Islands and Prince William Sound, Hawaiian Islands, Mexico's Gulf of California, Costa Rica, Coastal Washington, and Galápagos Islands. UnCruise Adventures has been picked as a top adventure company by Cruise Critic, Newsweek, USA Today, and Travel & Leisure. Operating under the US flag, the company takes pride in its crew and its significant contributions to the US economy.

About Versonix:

Versonix is a leading provider of advanced reservation and revenue management solutions tailored for the travel industry. The company’s flagship product, Seaware, is a robust platform designed to optimize operations and enhance customer experiences for tour operators, ferries, and cruise lines worldwide. With over three decades of experience, Versonix is dedicated to delivering innovative, high-efficiency systems that empower travel industry leaders to achieve operational excellence and superior guest satisfaction.

Guests enjoy a kayak ride on an UnCruise Adventure in Alaska. (Photo: Business Wire)

UDINE, Italy (AP) — The city of Udine is on high alert as Italy prepares to host Israel in a competitive soccer match on Monday.

The Nations League match is being played among the backdrop of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East which has spread to Lebanon after more than a year-long war in Gaza.

It is the first match Israel has played outside neutral Hungary this year. After the Israel-Hamas war started on Oct. 7 last year, the national soccer team played in Kosovo and Andorra last November.

All Israel matches since then have been played in Hungary, including last month’s away game against Belgium in the Nations League after the Belgian soccer federation refused to host the game for security reasons.

“We are going to play this match with the hope of convincing ever more people of the wrongness of war,” Italy coach Luciano Spalletti said. “There are many Israelis who don’t want it and we must convince ever more people that this is something that has to stop.”

Fewer than 12,000 tickets have been sold for Monday's match — less than half the capacity of the 25,000-seater Stadio Friuli — amid stringent security measures.

Areas around the stadium were blocked off 48 hours before kick-off and declared a “Red Zone” and only fans with tickets can pass through the tall metal barriers. Supporters have been strongly advised to arrive early because of rigorous checks.

Hundreds of extra police officers have also been called up from surrounding areas.

There is a pro-Palestine demonstration planned for 5 p.m. local time in the city center — just under four hours before the match kicks off — with organisers expecting around 4,000 people to attend.

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Italy's head coach Luciano Spalletti during the UEFA Nations League soccer match between Italy and Belgium at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Italy, on Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino)